Frameset
Frame
Aluminum DJ 26"
Fork
Manitou Circus Comp, 100mm, 20x110mm
Weight
12.36 kg (27.2 lbs)
Rampage 1
The current Norco Rampage generation, introduced for 2020 and still carrying through current complete bikes and framekits, is a dedicated 26-inch aluminum dirt-jump chassis built around modern DJ priorities rather than trail-bike versatility. The key platform details have remained consistent: 100 mm fork compatibility, a threaded BSA 73 mm bottom bracket, tapered head tube, 27.2 mm seatpost, and slotted horizontal dropouts for single-speed chain tension. That combination makes it a practical, workshop-friendly frame with the standards dirt jump riders actually want, and the 2020 redesign’s expansion to three frame sizes was a meaningful update rather than a cosmetic refresh.
What distinguishes this generation from older Rampages is its longer, lower geometry and updated frame interface standards. Current published geometry shows a 68.5° head angle, 379 mm rear center, and reaches of 405, 435, and 465 mm across the size range, reflecting a contemporary approach to stability and rider fit in a category that was once dominated by one-size frames. The move to a ZS44/ZS56 headset standard also marks a clear modernization over the older integrated setup. In the market, the Rampage sits as a purpose-built, progression-oriented dirt jumper: not a hybrid hardtail or casual urban play bike, but a specialist platform for pump tracks, jump lines, skatepark use, and slopestyle-style riding.
Price TBD
Build
Size
Inventory
| Stack | 564mm |
| Reach | 435mm |
| Top tube | 586mm |
| Headtube length | 115mm |
| Standover height | 599mm |
| Seat tube length | 300mm |
Fit and geometry
The Rampage’s geometry is clearly tuned for modern dirt-jump handling. Across the three sizes, reach grows from 405 mm (Short) to 435 mm (M) to 465 mm (Long), while stack ranges from 554 to 573 mm, giving riders a meaningful choice in cockpit length without changing the bike’s core behavior. A 68.5° head tube angle is moderately slack for a DJ bike, adding front-end confidence compared with older, steeper dirt jump shapes, while the very short 379 mm chainstay keeps the rear end easy to lift and quick to rotate. Wheelbase numbers of 1037, 1071, and 1104 mm track with that sizing logic: longer sizes should feel more planted at speed, while the Short remains the most compact and reactive.
Other numbers reinforce the bike’s intended use. The 75° seat tube angle is largely academic on a dirt jumper, but the 599 mm standover across all sizes keeps the frame easy to move around underneath the rider. A 20 mm BB drop and 94 mm trail suggest a bike that balances snap with enough front-wheel composure for modern jump lines. In practice, the geometry should fit riders who want a low, roomy standing position and a bike that manuals, pumps, and changes direction quickly, without drifting into the stretched-out feel of a trail hardtail.
Full specs
Groupset
Shift levers
null
Rear derailleur
null
Cassette
Single speed, 14T
Chain
KMC Z1, 1/2 x 3/32"
Crankset
Prowheel Forged 2pc, 30T, 165mm
Bottom bracket
Sealed Cartridge, ISIS 73mm
Front brake
Tektro MD-280, Mechanical, Resin pads (not pictured)
Rear brake
Shimano Sora BR-R317 mechanical caliper
Front rotor
160mm 6 bolt
Rear rotor
Shimano SM-RT26, 160mm, 6 bolt
Wheelset
Front wheel
XD-155 DW, 32h, F/R-26"; KT sealed bearing, 20x110, 32H, 6 bolt; Stainless Steel, 14g
Rear wheel
XD-155 DW, 32h, F/R-26"; KT sealed bearing, 3/8" nutted axle, 32H, 14T SS sproket, 6 bolt; Stainless Steel, 14g
Front tire
Maxxis Ikon, 3C Maxx Speed, 26"x 2.35, Folding
Rear tire
Maxxis Ikon, 3C Maxx Speed, 26"x 2.35, Folding
Cockpit
Stem
Norco, 40mm Length, 31.8 Clamp
Handlebars
Title AH1, 800mm, 38mm rise
Saddle
Title JS1
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm ID, 200mm Length
Grips
Norco w/small flange, 130mm length
Builds
Norco has offered this generation in three builds: Team, 2, and 1. Specific component and pricing details are not provided here for the full range, so a detailed trim-by-trim comparison is not possible. What is clear is that the model line spans from more accessible completes up to the higher-end Team version, giving the platform a broader reach than a single flagship-only DJ offering.
The best-documented build is the Team, which is positioned as the premium, pro-ready option. Reported details include a RockShox Pike DJ fork, SRAM Guide T rear brake with an extra-long 1800 mm hose for barspins and tailwhips, Truvativ Descendant cranks, Spank Spoon cockpit parts and rims, Novatec sealed-bearing hubs, and Maxxis DTH 2.3 tires. That spec points to a complete bike aimed at riders who want a durable, competition-capable package without immediate upgrades, especially in the fork and wheelset, which are critical areas on a dirt jumper.
Reviews
Available commentary is limited, but the consistent theme is that the Rampage feels like a true dirt-jump specialist rather than a compromised all-rounder. Review and technical impressions describe a stiff, direct aluminum chassis with strong pop and immediate power transfer, qualities reinforced by the short rear end and single-speed layout. The bike is repeatedly characterized as agile and easy to throw around, with the compact wheelbase and short chainstays helping manuals, spins, and quick line corrections. Review-derived observations around the Pike DJ-equipped Team build also point to a firm, supportive front end that preserves takeoff speed and resists diving under hard pumping or jump-face compressions.
The same traits that make the Rampage effective on groomed jumps are also presented as its main limitations. Commentary consistently notes that the geometry is steep and compact by mountain-bike standards, so the bike is not especially calm on rough natural terrain or high-speed descending outside its intended environment. The rigid, responsive feel is seen as a strength for experienced jump riders, but also as something that can feel unforgiving for novices or for anyone expecting trail-bike comfort. In other words, reviewers and technical testers largely agree that the Rampage works very well when used as intended, but gives up versatility and comfort in exchange for precision, stiffness, and trick-friendly handling.
